Legal structures

Corporate structures may be resident or non – resident, depending on the size and type of activity that the interested party is looking to carry out in Spain. There are several options for direct investment, ranging from a large limited company to a sole trader:

• Large limited company
• Small limited company
• Cooperative society
• Branch office
• Sole trader

If the investor / promoter is not going to be present in Spain, it may be preferable to set up a non-resident structure.

The following alternatives are possible:

• Non-resident company registered in Spain
• Branch office
• Sole trader